Paul Chen

The meeting included organizational items, public comments, and discussions on old and new business. Old business covered ideas for 'Banda Night,' including potential dates and budget considerations. New business focused on a presentation regarding the 'Smart Plan' implementation timeline and features, planning for the Spring Week of Welcome (WOW) scheduled for late January 2026, and discussions regarding the Spring Retreat, including a budget approval of $500 for the two-day event. Budget reviews for October and November expenditures were presented, and action items included approving the January budget at $700 and the February budget at $2500. A proposal to allocate $200 for snacks during finals week at Alisal Campus did not pass. Announcements covered upcoming events and stipend procedures.

Discussions during the meeting focused on Old Business items including the Spring Week of Welcome (WOW) activities, noting positive feedback on the tent location, karaoke, and Zumba, with suggestions for future monthly activities. The Spring Retreat was discussed, with feedback supporting visiting satellite campuses and suggestions for future retreats including longer durations and mandatory attendance for elected officers. New Business included planning for the Election Committee (Comelec), outlining requirements for members regarding running candidates, and a discussion on Black History Month plans, specifically bead making workshops scheduled for February 5th, 2026. The Federal Advocacy Academy item was tabled. The Board approved a budget of $350 for ASHC uniforms and subsequently appointed Daniel Ochoa as Senator-At-Large to fill a vacancy. Announcements covered Club Rush, library hours, hiring opportunities, and internship applications.

The meeting commenced with organizational items and roll call. Old Business focused on discussing ideas for an upcoming Banda Night, tentatively scheduled for April 17th, 2026, including budget considerations for both a banda and a DJ. New Business involved discussions and actions on several items: a presentation on the 'Smart Plan' (Ed Plan with 'what-if' scenarios) expected to launch fully by Fall 2027; planning for the Spring Week of Welcome scheduled for January 26th - 30th, 2026, including club rush on February 4th, 2025; planning for a two-day Spring Retreat on January 20th-21st, for which a $500 budget was approved; and reviewing the budgets for October and November. Action was taken to approve the January budget at $700 and the February budget totaling $2500 to cover expenses for Black History Month, Valentine’s Day, Lunar New Year, and Eid al-Fitr. A motion to allocate $200 for snacks during Alisal Campus Finals Week did not pass.

The agenda for the meeting includes formal action items such as voting to approve the minutes from the July 16, 2025, and October 15, 2025, meetings, and voting on the Annual Report. Information and discussion segments are scheduled to cover the presentation of the 2024-25 Financial and Performance Audit, the President's Report, the Measure T Project Status and Campus projects update, and a review of financials. The agenda also notes a need to recruit new committee members.

The meeting was called to order, but no quorum was present, leading to the tabling of the motion to adopt previous meeting minutes from July 16, 2025. Key discussion items included an update on Measure T projects, such as the Soledad CTE building awaiting bid release after Department of State Architect approval, the P.E. complex progressing in preliminary planning, and Merrill Hall (Building N) submitted for state matching funds consideration. The President reported on recent events, including the Oscar's Fiesta and the Grand Re-opening of the Art Gallery celebrating the Art Department's 90th Anniversary. The President also noted that the feasibility of holding football games on campus is under review. Financial reports detailed budget-to-actual spending through August 2025 and total Measure T project spending since inception ($110,755,840.00). Announcements included the circulation of the DRAFT Annual report for edits, noting that information regarding the completion of Measure T projects and a drone shot for replacement photo were requested.